Karwa Chauth is being observed across India on Thursday, October 29, with married women observing a day-long fast and praying for the well-being and longevity of their husbands. As the festival is marked with evening prayers and moon-sighting rituals, knowing the city-wise moonrise timings is important for those preparing to break their fast.
According to city-specific timings published by Drik Panchang, the Moon is expected to rise at different times across Punjab. The estimates range from approximately 8:15 PM to 8:18 PM in the four cities listed below
Karwa Chauth 2026: City-Wise Moonrise Timings
The published moonrise estimates for October 29 are:
Jalandhar: 8:16 PM
Amritsar: 8:18 PM
Ludhiana: 8:16 PM
Patiala: 8:15 PM
These timings are based on Drik Panchang's location-specific calendar listings. Actual visibility may be delayed by clouds, buildings or other local conditions.
Puja Muhurat and Chaturthi Tithi
The commonly published Karwa Chauth puja muhurat for October 29 is approximately 5:38 PM to 6:56 PM. However, location-specific Panchang calculations can give slightly different windows. For instance, Drik Panchang lists the puja muhurat as 5:40 PM to 6:57 PM for Patiala, and 5:44 PM to 7:02 PM for Amritsar. Women observing the fast should consult the Panchang for their own city and follow their family traditions.
How Is the Fast Traditionally Broken?
Traditionally, women observing Karwa Chauth perform the evening puja and wait to sight the Moon. They offer water to the Moon as part of the ritual and then break their fast, often with their husbands participating in the ceremony.
Since moonrise differs across locations, a single timing should not be treated as applicable throughout Punjab. Residents are advised to check a reliable city-specific Panchang before planning their rituals.
